Like granite, marble offers a beautiful, natural
surface with striking characteristics that tastefully
dress its surface. While granite countertops have
a granular, bespeckled look, marble countertops
offer a smooth, milky sheen that can set a luxurious
tone in any room. Because Marble is softer and less
dense that granite, it needs to be better cared for
than harder countertop surfaces. Use cutting mats
in the preparation of food to avoid scratches and
clean vigorously and regularly to avoid stains.
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White marble colors, such White Carrara, have a lower stain tolerance than darker colors. Use coasters and wipe up any spills as soon as they happen.
If you like marble and seek a more affordable solution, cultured marble countertops are worth a look. Despite being a man-made product, which amounts to marble components combined with plastic, they provide that luxurious look that is consistent with natural marble. Because of their synthetic properties, they also have better protection against stains and damage than the real thing.
Like granite, annual sealing is required. Bakeries love the surface of marble, which is perfect for kneading dough.
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